Special Hungary

Why do Hungarians wear ribbons in the national colours in mid-March? What is the most beloved spice in Hungarian cuisine? How do Easter traditions in Hungary differ from those elsewhere? You’ll find the answers to these and many other cultural curiosities in our Special Hungary section. Here, the Daily News Hungary editorial team shares engaging facts, customs, and stories that help you better understand the everyday life, heritage, and mindset of the Hungarian people. Whether you’re living here, visiting, or simply curious, these articles offer a deeper insight into what makes Hungary truly unique.
NAV Ukrainian cash and gold top prosecutor orbán

Ukraine stops cash transport through Hungary, calls Druzhba pipeline delegation “tourists”

Szőlő Street scandal abuse

Paedophile Hungarian director to be released from prison: one abuse victim died by suicide

Guest workers in Hungary job

Hungary risks EU fines: Brussels demands end to construction material export restrictions

Budapest housing shock: These 2 districts are selling homes faster than ever

Budapest transport operator forced to take out huge emergency loan as city cash reserves run dry

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Asian guest workers appear among waiters: Hungary’s hospitality sector struggles to fill jobs

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Heading to Budapest for the 2026 Champions League final? Here’s how the city plans to move tens of thousands of fans

PM Orbán EU membership Spiegel vote

Politico: EU has a backup plan to fund Ukraine even if Orbán continues blocking the loan

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Cash convoy controversy: Orbán ally’s firm transported billions to Ukraine for years

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Why Budapest is one of Europe’s top digital nomad cities

Putin

Reliable partners: did Putin openly threaten Hungary and Slovakia?

Budapest Hungary news budget deficit

Fuel crisis, guest workers, movies in Budapest, Péter Magyar’s vanishing lead – 10 March, 2026

MOL's Croatian unit inaugurates upgraded refinery

MOL’s Croatian unit inaugurates upgraded refinery – photos

Sirha Budapest 2026

Sirha Budapest 2026: 27,000 visitors, 26 countries — the biggest meeting on the region’s food calendar

PM Orbán in Kyiv for talks with President Zelensky

Ukraine will “do whatever it takes” to influence Hungary’s upcoming election, FM Szijjártó says

Wizz Air to fly to America

Wizz Air to fly to USA this summer despite shares plunging to historic low

Hungarian parliament first session

Hungary’s Parliament rejects Ukraine’s EU accession, financial, military aid

Magyar Péter Tisza Party elections campaign norway

Could Péter Magyar’s lead vanish due to Orbán’s alleged Russian-backed disinformation drive or the mobilisation?

Budapest economic forum on the India–EU FTA

Budapest economic forum on the India–EU FTA: tariff-free trade, investment and opportunities for Hungary

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Hollywood films shot in Budapest – and where to find the locations

BKK Budapest contactless payment

Contactless payments ready to be rolled out on all Budapest metro lines

Gránit Asset Management

The 5B Strategy: How Gránit Asset Management is Redefining Central Europe’s Real Estate Map

FM Szijjártó repatriation flights

FM Szijjártó shared good news with Hungarians stuck in the Middle East

Fuel crisis

Orbán cabinet introduces additional measures amid looming fuel crisis

Guest worker Hungary housing loan prices

Guest workers in Hungary: Who can apply, new quotas, and what life is really like

Hungarian cinematographer awarded Spotlight Award

Hungarian cinematographer awarded Spotlight Award

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IPTV Smarters Pro Subscription – The Smart Way to Stream TV

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Australian eSIM service helps travellers avoid costly roaming

Fuel price caps in Hungary

Fuel price cap and restrictions, Iran drones, Mark Ruffalo and PM Orbán – 9 March, 2026

New luxury hotel in Budapest

New luxury hotel opens in Budapest, only a few steps from the Danube – photos

Fuel prices pump station Auchan

How fuel prices in Hungary could be cut more predictably

NAV Ukrainian cash and gold top prosecutor orbán

Seized Ukrainian cash, gold transport’s origin, destination, use and goal can be revealed soon

Fuel price caps reintroduced in Hungary

Breaking – Hungary reintroduces price caps on motor fuel

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